Travel Light: Unique Ergonomic Accessories for Your Next Adventure
Whether it’s a day trip or the trip of a lifetime, it’s a good feeling to travel light so you can access the most unique destinations, and be kind to your body after your adventure.
Maybe it’s a trip to that intriguing Parisian cafe with your Kindle to soak up the local vibes. Or maybe it’s a trek, hike, or forest walk, fully-hydrated. Or maybe you want to do a little digital nomad work on your laptop by the resort pool. Wherever you’re headed to next, these items are handy and will enhance your experience and serve you well during your tour, hike, or city sojourn.
Oliver Thomas
Finally, someone has realized that backpacks and bags don’t always have to be made out of hard, inflexible and body-hostile materials. Oliver Thomas, a luxe accessory brand, is changing the tote and backpack game with fashion-forward yet functional “bags with benefits” that make travel so much more easier and organized. The Mega Fluff Laptop Backpack ($199) is designed to be as beautiful and cozy as your favorite puffer jacket, except for the fact that it’s an ultralight and useful bag that fits everything in it: tablet goes in a padded pocket, there’s a separate padded compartment for your laptop, slots for credit cards, smartphones, and there’s even internal pockets for water bottles. Plus, the trolley sleeve means you can hitch it to your other stuff.
Best of all, the Mega Fluff Laptop Backpack is machine washable, water resistant, fade-proof and RFID-blocking (i.e. prevents unauthorized access to the info stored on your credit cards, passports, and key fobs by blocking radio waves used by RFID readers.) This bag is super-comfy and even does double duty as a pillow for that quick airport lounge nap. Plus, it’s stylish enough to go from day adventure to night outing. And the lining is adorable, especially if you’re a dog lover!
PackIt
From the beach to a ballgame, Pride parade or dance party, PackIt’s Freezable Hydration Crossbody bag is a good companion to store liquid nourishment, phone, wallet, keys and all you need for your next active outing. Engineered with patented ECOFREEZE® Technology built into the walls of the removable, freezable insert, you can now keep for favorite bottle cool for hours. The compact but generous design is perfect for everyday use, hiking, working out, or any outdoor adventure, so that you can stay hydrated on-the-go.
The triple-function design means that the freezable Insert can be used as a coozie, the bottle carrier can be used alone if you need more room, or the frozen insert can stay for perfectly-chilled hydration. Thoughtfully constructed with an adjustable crossbody strap, two side slip pockets, a front zipper pocket for essentials, and an elastic cord lock to keep out hot air, the bag is reusable, stylish and practical! We keep ours in the freezer so it’s always ready to go.
Phoozy Tablet Sleeve
We’ve never quite found a laptop or sleeve as slim, sturdy or as practical as this one. PHOOZY’s Thermal Insulated Tablet/Laptop Case for iPad, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and similar-sized tablets or laptops up to 13″ protects your device against heat, cold, moisture and accidents. The patented protection also allows your tablet to maintain an optimal operating temperature for a longer period of time in both hot and cold conditions, perfect for travel in cars and planes.
With PHOOZY’s Thermal Insulated Tablet/Laptop Case you can stay out all day with your tech and know that it will be protected. The ultralight capsule design features patented Chromium Thermal Barrier, derived from NASA spacesuit technology! The outer layer of the case reflects more than 90% of the heat of the sun away from your tablet while the inner layers insulate your device from cold temperatures. The Impactor Core 2.0 provides military-grade shock protection up to four feet from bumps and scrapes, while the integrated HydroGuard Technology with an IP55 waterproof rating provides total protection from rain, snow, sleet, spills and splashes. Comes with an adjustable, quick-release shoulder strap with pad for comfortable wear across the body or over the shoulder. There are also multiple crossbody strap connection points to allow for vertical or horizontal carry.
SunShader
Calling all digital nomads, remote workers, and barefoot artists and investors. Don’t let a little work drag you away from the pool! With the SunShader Eco you can stay outside and still get things done. This planet-friendly, durable cardboard laptop sun shade will last an entire summer season or more and can be easily recycled after its use. It attaches to all thicknesses of laptops and shades the screen and keyboard so that you can see your screen clearly in direct sunlight. SunShader also keeps your laptop cool and your work private, in public, and helps reduce the likelihood of water splashes or cocktail spills while poolside.
And if you’re a professional on vacation and you have to check in and check emails, you don’t have to leave the beach, bar or backyard. The SunShader takes up little room and should be in your laptop bag from now on so that you can escape the office and work anywhere, without eyestrain, environmental risks, or lack of privacy. Each SunShader Eco is designed and assembled in Austin, Texas. Follow how others use their SunShader this Summer @sunshader and tag your OOO.
BetterMe
For everyday exercise, even when you travel, check out the offerings from BetterMe. Sometimes staying with friends or checking into a charming B&B means you won’t have access to a gym or yoga studio with all the accessories you’re used to. But you can still plan on a modest and effective exercise regime no matter where you are or how confined the space.
We like the BetterMe Everyday Exercise Mat as your base, and then add to it the BetterMe Pilates Essential Kit or if you want to go even lighter, the Pilates Travel Kit with loop bands and adjustable weight bands for arms and legs. A BetterMe gentle exercise routine is a great way to come down and return to center after a day of stimulating or exhausting travel and adventure. Plus, their workout gear sculpted, high performance, unbelievably slimming and stylish. In fact, BetterMe’s products are all aesthetically-designed to be ergonomic as well as unobtrusive and blend in with the most discerning environment.
